2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 880 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
Model | Kalos | Milan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |